Britain to commemorate the first anniversary of the occupation of Ukraine with a moment of silence
It's been a year since Russia invaded Ukraine. Britain will hold a minute's silence on the first anniversary of the invasion, led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. The moment of silence will take place on February 24 at 11:00 am.
Britain will hold a minute's silence on the first anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The moment of silence, which will take place on February 24, will be held nationwide.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Tuesday that there will be a moment of silence on February 24 at 11:00 for "to the incredible bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian people."
"Russia's unjustifiable attack brought war and destruction to our continent once again, and it has forced millions from their homes and devastated families across Ukraine and Russia," he said.
Prime Minister Sunak will attend the moment of silence on Downing Street.
"This national moment of reflection will offer the UK public the chance to pay tribute to the courage of the Ukrainian people and demonstrate the UK's unwavering solidarity with the country," the office said.
The announcement was made a week after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a surprise visit to Britain, which is one of Kyiv's largest backers amid the war.
(UPI)
